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User Manual
AIMB-581
Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3/Celeron
and Xeon-E3 LGA1155 Micro
ATX with VGA/DVI/LVDS, 6 COM,
Dual Lan, 4 SATA II, 2 SATA III,
PCIe x 16
Copyright
The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2011
by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right
to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without
notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any
form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd.
Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However,
Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements
of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
AMI is a trademark of Phoenix Technologies Ltd.
IBM and PC are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 Celeron® is trademark of Intel Corporation
WinBond is a trademark of Winbond Corporation.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.
AIMB-581 User Manual
Part No. 2002058110
Edition 1
Printed in China
November 2011
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A Message to the Customer
Advantech Customer Services
Each and every Advantech product is built to the most exacting specifications to
ensure reliable performance in the harsh and demanding conditions typical of industrial environments. Whether your new Advantech equipment is destined for the laboratory or the factory floor, you can be assured that your product will provide the
reliability and ease of operation for which the name Advantech has come to be
known.
Your satisfaction is our primary concern. Here is a guide to Advantech’s customer
services. To ensure you get the full benefit of our services, please follow the instructions below carefully.
Technical Support
We want you to get the maximum performance from your products. So if you run into
technical difficulties, we are here to help. For the most frequently asked questions,
you can easily find answers in your product documentation. These answers are normally a lot more detailed than the ones we can give over the phone.
So please consult this manual first. If you still cannot find the answer, gather all the
information or questions that apply to your problem, and with the product close at
hand, call your dealer. Our dealers are well trained and ready to give you the support
you need to get the most from your Advantech products. In fact, most problems
reported are minor and are able to be easily solved over the phone.
In addition, free technical support is available from Advantech engineers every business day. We are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific
information on the installation and operation of any of our products.
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Declaration of Conformity
FCC Class B
This device complies with the requirements in part 15 of the FCC rules:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
 This device may not cause harmful interference
 This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own expense. The
user is advised that any equipment changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance would void the compliance to FCC regulations and therefore, the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
CPU Compatibility
Test Item
Description
CPU Family
sSpec.
Core
Power Vcore FSB
Stepping
L2
L3
Package Result Remark
Mfg.
HT
cache cache Type
Tech
Intel® Core™ i32120 Processor SR05Y Q0
3.3 GHz
65W
5 GT/s 32nm NA NA
3MB
LGA1155 PASS
Intel® Core™ i52400 Processor SR00Q D2
3.1GHz
95W
5 GT/s 32nm NA NA
6MB
LGA1155 PASS
Intel® Core™ i72600 Processor SR00B D2
3.4 GHz
95W
5 GT/s 32nm NA NA
8MB
LGA1155 PASS
Intel Pentium
G850 Processor
2.9 GHz
SR05Q
65W
5 GT/s 32nm NA NA
3MB
LGA1155 PASS
Intel Celeron
G540 Processor
2.5 GHz
SR05J
65W
5 GT/s 32nm NA NA
3MB
LGA1155 PASS
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Memory Compatibility
Test Item Description
Brand
Size Speed Type
ECC Vendor PN
Result Remark
Memory
1GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
TS128MLK64V1U/
TS2KNU28100-1S
SEC K4B1G0846D-HCF8 (128x8)
PASS
Transcend 1GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
TS128MLK64V1U
SEC K4B1G0846D HCH9
ENJ038A3 (128x8)
PASS
2GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
TS256MLK64V1U
SEC K4B1G0846D-HCF9(128x8)
PASS
1GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
78.01GC3.420
ELPIDA J1108BDBG-DJ-F (128x8) PASS
2GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
78.A1GC3.421
ELPIDA J1108BDBG-DJ-F (128x8) PASS
4GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
78.B1GDJ.AF1
Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR H9C (256x8) PASS
1GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
D3UE28081XH18AB ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F (128x8) PASS
2GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
D3UE28082XH18AB ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F (128x8) PASS
4GB
DDR3
1066
DDR3 N
AQ12M64B8BKF8S
SAMSUNG 940 K4B2G0846BHCF8 (256x8)
PASS
1GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
TS128MLK64V3U
ELPIDA J1108BDBG-DJ-F(128x8)
PASS
Transcend 1GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
TS128MLK64V3U
Micron 9GF22 D9KPT (128x8)
PASS
2GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
TS256MLK64V3U
SEC 907 HCH9
K4B1G08460(128x8)
PASS
1GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
78.01GC6.420
ELPIDA J1108BFBG-DJ-F(128x8)
PASS
2GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
78.A1GC6.421
ELPIDA J1108BDBG-DJ-F (128x8) PASS
2GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
78.A1GDE.AF00C
Hynix H5TQ2G838FR(256x8)
4GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
78.B1GDE.AF1
Hynix H5TQ2G83AFR H9C(256x8) PASS
1GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
D3UE28081XH18AB ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F (128x8) PASS
2GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
D3UE28082XH18AB ELPIDA J1108BDSE-DJ-F (128x8) PASS
1GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
KVR1333D3N9/1G
HYNIX H5TQ1G83BFR H9C 928AK
PASS
(128x8)
2GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
TS128MLK64V3U
ELPIDA J1108BDBG-DJ-F
093309DLK20 (256x8)
PASS
4GB
DDR3
1333
DDR3 N
AQ12M64B8BKH9S
SAMSUNG 949 K4B2G0846BHCH9 (256x8)
PASS
Apacer
DSL
ATP
Apacer
DSL
Kingston
ATP
PASS
Ordering Information
Part Number
Chipset
Memory
AIMB-581QG2-00A1E
Q67
C206
AIMB-581WG2-00A1E
USB 3.0
VGA DVI1/2
LVDS USB COM TPM
GbE LAN
Non-ECC 2
Yes
1/(1)
(1)
10
6
(1)
2
ECC/
2
Non-ECC
Yes
1/(1)
(1)
10
6
(1)
2
*() means do not populated on MP version.
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Product Warranty (2 years)
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be
free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by
persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been
subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no
liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of
our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For outof-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials,
service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU
speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note
anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem
occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,
and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandise
authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return
more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement
Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt)
in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date
is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid
to your dealer.
Initial Inspection
Before you begin installing your motherboard, please make sure that the following
materials have been shipped:
 1 x AIMB-581 Intel Xeon-E3 and Core i7/i5/i3/Celeron LGA 1155 Micro ATX
 2 x SATA HDD cable
 2 x SATA Power cable
 1 x I/O port bracket
 1 x Startup manual
 1 x Driver CD
 1 x Warranty card
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales representative immediately. We have carefully inspected the AIMB-581 mechanically and
electrically before shipment. It should be free of marks and scratches and in perfect
working order upon receipt. As you unpack the AIMB-581, check it for signs of shipping damage. (For example, damaged box, scratches, dents, etc.) If it is damaged or
it fails to meet the specifications, notify our service department or your local sales
representative immediately. Also notify the carrier. Retain the shipping carton and
packing material for inspection by the carrier. After inspection, we will make arrangements to repair or replace the unit.
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Contents
Chapter
1
General Information ............................1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.9
1.10
1.11
1.12
1.13
Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
Features .................................................................................................... 2
Specifications ............................................................................................ 2
1.3.1 System .......................................................................................... 2
1.3.2 Memory ......................................................................................... 2
1.3.3 Input/Output .................................................................................. 3
1.3.4 Graphics........................................................................................ 3
1.3.5 Ethernet LAN ................................................................................ 3
1.3.6 Industrial features ......................................................................... 3
1.3.7 Mechanical and environmental specifications............................... 3
Jumpers and Connectors .......................................................................... 4
Table 1.1: Jumpers...................................................................... 4
Table 1.2: Connectors ................................................................. 4
Board layout: Jumper and Connector Locations ....................................... 5
Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Location ................................ 5
Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors ........................................................... 6
AIMB-581 Board Diagram ......................................................................... 6
Figure 1.3 AIMB-581 Block Diagram ........................................... 6
Safety Precautions .................................................................................... 7
Jumper Settings ........................................................................................ 7
1.8.1 How to Set Jumpers...................................................................... 7
1.8.2 CMOS Clear (CMOS1) ................................................................. 8
Table 1.3: CMOS1....................................................................... 8
1.8.3 JLVDS1: LCD Power 3.3 V/5 V/ 12 V Selector ............................. 8
Table 1.4: JLVDS1: LCD Power 3.3 V/5 V/ 12 V Selector........... 8
1.8.4 JLVDS_VBR1: Backlight control selector for LVDS1.................... 9
Table 1.5: JLVDS_VBR1: Backlight control selector for LVDS1 . 9
1.8.5 PSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector .................................................. 9
Table 1.6: PSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector................................ 9
1.8.6 JIR1+JOB1+JWD1: Watchdog Timer Output and OBS Alarm
Option ........................................................................................... 9
Table 1.7: JIR1+JOB1+JWD1: Watchdog Timer Output and OBS
Alarm Option............................................................... 9
1.8.7 JME1:BIOS Update ME Mode Selector ...................................... 10
Table 1.8: BIOS update ME mode selector ............................... 10
1.8.8 JCASE1: Case Open Sensor...................................................... 10
System Memory ...................................................................................... 10
Memory Installation Procedures.............................................................. 11
Cache Memory........................................................................................ 11
Processor Installation.............................................................................. 11
PCI Bus Routing Table............................................................................ 11
2
Connecting Peripherals ....................13
2.1
2.2
Introduction ............................................................................................. 14
USB Ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34/USB56/USB78) ..................... 14
Table 2.1: LAN LED Indicator.................................................... 14
USB Power Switch .................................................................................. 15
VGA/DVI-D Connector (VGA1+DVI 1), DVI 2 Connector........................ 16
Serial Ports (COM1~COM6) ................................................................... 17
PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)/External PS/2 Keyboard
and Mouse Connector (KBMS2) ............................................................. 18
CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1).......................................................... 19
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
Chapter
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
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2.8
2.9
Chapter
2.10
2.11
2.12
2.13
2.14
2.15
2.16
2.17
2.18
2.19
2.20
System FAN Connector (SYSFAN1/2/3/4) ............................................. 19
Front Panel Connectors (JFP1/JFP2/JFP3) ........................................... 20
2.9.1 ATX soft power switch ((JFP1/PWR_SW))................................. 20
2.9.2 Reset (JFP1/RESET).................................................................. 20
2.9.3 HDD LED (JFP1/HDDLED) ........................................................ 20
2.9.4 External speaker (JFP1/SPEAKER) ........................................... 20
2.9.5 Power LED and keyboard lock connector (JFP3/PWR_LED & KEY
LOCK)......................................................................................... 21
Table 2.2: ATX power supply LED status (No support for AT power) ............................................................................. 21
Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1) .................................................... 21
Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT1)................................................. 22
Serial ATA Interface (SATA1 ~ SATA6).................................................. 23
8-pin Alarm Board Connector (VOLT1).................................................. 24
PCI express x16 slot ............................................................................... 24
Front Headphone Connector (FPAUD1)................................................. 25
ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR1, ATX12V1).................................... 26
SPI Flash connector(SPI_CN1) .............................................................. 27
LCD Inverter Connector (INV1)............................................................... 28
LVDS Connector (LVDS1) ...................................................................... 29
General purpose I/O Connector (GPIO1) ............................................... 29
3
BIOS Operation ................................. 31
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.5
3.6
3.7
Introduction ............................................................................................. 32
BIOS Setup ............................................................................................. 32
Main Menu .............................................................................................. 33
3.3.1 Advanced BIOS Features ........................................................... 34
3.3.2 ACPI settings .............................................................................. 35
3.3.3 Trusted Computing ..................................................................... 36
3.3.4 CPU Configuration...................................................................... 36
3.3.5 SATA Configuration .................................................................... 37
3.3.6 Intel IGD SWSCI OpRegion........................................................ 38
3.3.7 Intel TXT Configuration............................................................... 39
3.3.8 USB Configuration ...................................................................... 40
3.3.9 Super IO Configuration ............................................................... 41
3.3.10 H/W Monitor................................................................................ 43
3.3.11 Super IO Configuration ............................................................... 45
3.3.12 AMT Configuration...................................................................... 48
3.3.13 Console Redirection Settings ..................................................... 49
Chipset Configuration Setting ................................................................. 50
3.4.1 PCH-IO Configuration................................................................ 50
3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration ......................................................... 51
3.4.3 South Bridge Configuration......................................................... 52
3.4.4 USB Configuration ...................................................................... 53
3.4.5 ME Subsystems.......................................................................... 54
3.4.6 Chipset Reference board............................................................ 55
Boot Setting ............................................................................................ 55
Security Setting....................................................................................... 56
Save & Exit Configuration ....................................................................... 57
4
Software Introduction & Service ..... 59
4.1
4.2
Introduction ............................................................................................. 60
Value-Added Software Services ............................................................. 60
4.2.1 Software API............................................................................... 60
4.2.2 Software Utility............................................................................ 62
3.4
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Chapter
5
Chipset Software Installation Utility 63
5.1
5.2
5.3
Before You Begin .................................................................................... 64
Introduction ............................................................................................. 64
Windows XP/Windows 7 Driver Setup .................................................... 65
6
VGA Setup ..........................................67
6.1
6.2
Introduction ............................................................................................. 68
Windows 7/XP......................................................................................... 68
7
LAN Configuration.............................71
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
Introduction ............................................................................................. 72
Features .................................................................................................. 72
Installation ............................................................................................... 72
Windows® 7/XP Driver Setup (Intel 82579LM/82583V).......................... 73
Appendix A
Programming the Watchdog Timer..75
A.1
Programming the Watchdog Timer ......................................................... 76
A.1.1 Watchdog Timer Overview.......................................................... 76
A.1.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer ............................................. 76
Table A.1: Watchdog Timer Registers ....................................... 78
A.1.3 Example Program ....................................................................... 79
Appendix B
I/O Pin Assignments..........................83
B.1
USB Header (USB56, USB78,USB9010,USB1112) ............................... 84
Table B.1: USB Header (USB56)............................................... 84
VGA Connector (VGA1) .......................................................................... 84
Table B.2: VGA Connector (VGA1) ........................................... 84
DVI1:DVI connector ................................................................................ 85
Table B.3: DVI1:DVI connector.................................................. 85
SPI_CN1: SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector............................................... 85
Table B.4: SPI_CN1:SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector ................. 85
PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1) .................................... 86
Table B.5: PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1) ..... 86
RS-232 Interface (COM3/4/5/6) .............................................................. 86
Table B.6: RS-232 Interface (COM4~COM6) ............................ 87
CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1) .............................................. 87
Table B.7: CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)................ 87
System Fan Power Connector (SYS_FAN1/2/3/4) ................................. 88
Table B.8: System Fan Power Connector (SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2/
SYSFAN3/SYSFAN4)............................................... 88
Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3) .................................... 88
Table B.9: Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP2)...... 88
Power switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker (JFP1) ................................... 89
Table B.10:Power Switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker (JFP1) .... 89
USB/LAN ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34)....................................... 89
Table B.11:USB Port................................................................... 89
Table B.12:Ethernet 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Port ............................ 89
Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)..................................................... 90
Serial ATA0/1 (SATA1 ~ 6) ..................................................................... 90
Table B.13:Serial ATA 0/1 (SATA1 ~ 6) ..................................... 90
AT/ATX Mode (PSON1) .......................................................................... 90
Chapter
Chapter
B.2
B.3
B.4
B.5
B.6
B.7
B.8
B.9
B.10
B.11
B.12
B.13
B.14
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B.15
B.16
B.17
B.18
B.19
B.20
B.21
B.22
B.23
B.24
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Table B.14:AT/ATX Mode (PSON1) ........................................... 90
HD Audio Interface (FPAUD1) ................................................................ 90
Table B.15:AC-97 Audio Interface (FPAUD1) ............................ 90
GPIO Pin Header (GPIO1)...................................................................... 91
Table B.16:GPIO Pin Header (GPIO1) ....................................... 91
LVDS Connector: LVDS1........................................................................ 91
Table B.17:LVDS1 Connector .................................................... 91
LVDS Power Jumper (JLVDS1).............................................................. 92
Table B.18:LVDS Power Jumper................................................ 92
LVDS Inverter (INV1) .............................................................................. 92
Table B.19:LVDS Power Jumper................................................ 92
ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1, EATPWR1) .................................... 93
Table B.20:ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)......................... 93
ATX 12 V connector (ATX12V1) ............................................................. 94
Table B.21:ATX 12 V connector (ATX12V1) .............................. 94
DMA Channel Assignments .................................................................... 94
Table B.22:DMA Channel Assignments ..................................... 94
Interrupt Assignments ............................................................................. 95
Table B.23:Interrupt Assignments .............................................. 95
1st MB Memory Map............................................................................... 95
Table B.24:1st MB Memory Map ................................................ 95
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1
General Information
1.1 Introduction
AIMB-581 is designed with the Intel Q67/C206 for industrial applications that require
both performance computing and enhanced power management capabilities. The
motherboard supports Intel Core i7-2600 3.4 GHz/Core i5 3.1 GHz/Core i3 3.3 GHz/
Pentium G850 2.9 GHz/Celeron G540 2.5 GHz processor up to 8 MB L3 cache and
DDR3 1066/1333 up to 16 GB. A rich I/O connectivity of 6 serial ports, 10 USB 2.0, 2
USB 3.0, dual GbE LAN, 4 SATA II ports and 2 SATA III ports.
1.2 Features




Rich I/O connectivity: Dual GbE LAN via PCIe x 1 bus, 2 x PCI 32- bit/33 MHz
PCI slots, 10 USB 2.0 ports and 2 USB 2.0 ports.
Standard Mini-ITX form factor with industrial feature: The AIMB-581 is a full
featured Micro ATX motherboard with balanced expandability and performance.
Wide selection of storage devices: SATA HDD, customers benefit from the
flexibility of using the most suitable storage device for larger capacity.
Optimized integrated graphic solution: With Intel® Flexible Display Interface,
it supports versatile display options and 32-bit 3D graphics engine.
1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 System


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CPU: Intel Core i7-2600 3.4GHz/Core i5 3.1GHz /Core i3 3.3GHz/ Pentium
G850 2.9GHz/Celeron G540 2.5GHz processor
BIOS: AMI EFI 64 Mbit SPI BIOS
System chipset: Intel® Q67/C206
SATA hard disk drive interface: Four on-board SATA connectors with data
transmission rate up to 300 MB, and two on-board SATA connectors with data
transmission rate up to 600 MB
1.3.2 Memory

RAM: Up to 16 GB in 4 slots 204-pin DIMM sockets. Supports dual-channel
DDR3 1066/1333 MHz SDRAM.
– AIMB-581QG2 supports non-ECC unbuffered DIMMs and do not support any
memory configuration that mixes non-ECC with ECC unbuffered DIMMs.
– AIMB-581WG2 supports ECC buffered DIMMs.
Note!
A 32-bit OS may not fully detected 4GB of RAM when 4 GB is installed.
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1.3.4 Graphics
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Controller: Intel® HD Graphics
Display memory: 1 GB maximum shared memory with 2GB and above system
memory installed
DVI: Supports DVI up to resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz refresh rate
VGA: Supports VGA up to resolution 2048 x 1536 @ 75Hz refresh rate
LVDS: Supports LVDS up to resolution 1920 x 1200
1.3.5 Ethernet LAN
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Supports dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port (s) via PCI Express x1 bus
which provides 500 MB/s data transmission rate
Controller: LAN1: Intel 82579LM; LAN2: Intel 82583V
1.3.6 Industrial features

Watchdog timer: Can generate a system reset. The watchdog timer is programmable, with each unit equal to one second or one minute (255 levels)
1.3.7 Mechanical and environmental specifications
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Operating temperature: 0 ~ 60° C (32 ~ 140° F, Depending on CPU)
Storage temperature: -40 ~ 85° C (-40 ~ 185° F)
Humidity: 5 ~ 95% non-condensing
Power supply voltage: +3.3 V, +5 V, +12 V, -12 V, 5 Vsb
Power consumption:
-Intel LGA1155 Core i7-2600 3.4 GHz, 8MB L3 cache, 4 pcs 2GB DDR3 133
MHz, +5V @ 2.88A, +3.3V @ 1.06A, +12V @ 3.3A, 5Vsb @ 0.36A, -12V@
0.01A
Measure the maximum current value which system under maximum load (CPU:
Top speed, RAM & Graphic: Full loading)
Board size: 240 mm x 240 mm (9.6" x 9.6")
Board weight: 0.365 kg
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PCIe slot: 1 PCIe x16 expansion slot, 1 PCIe x4 expansion slot, and 1 PCIe x1
expansion slot.
PCIe Bus: 2 PCI slots, 32-bit/33 MHz PCI 2.2 compliant
Enhanced parallel port: Configured to LPT1 or disabled. Standard DB-25
female connector cable is a optional accessory. LPT1 supports EPP/SPP/ECP.
Serial port: Six serial ports, one is RS-232/422/485 with hardware auto-flow
control and three are RS-232. Two DB-9 connectors located in rear panel are
RS-232.
Keyboard and PS/2 mouse connector: Two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors are
located on the mounting bracket for easy connection to PS/2 keyboard and
mouse.
USB port: Supports up to 10 USB 2.0 ports with transmission rates up to 480
Mbps and 2 USB 3.0 ports with transmission rates up to 5 Gbps.
GPIO: AIMB-581 supports 8-bit GPIO from super I/O for general purpose control application.
Chapter 1
1.3.3 Input/Output
1.4 Jumpers and Connectors
Connectors on the AIMB-581 motherboard link it to devices such as hard disk drives
and a keyboard. In addition, the board has a number of jumpers used to configure
your system for your application.
The tables below list the function of each of the board jumpers and connectors. Later
sections in this chapter give instructions on setting jumpers. Chapter 2 gives instructions for connecting external devices to your motherboard.
Table 1.1: Jumpers
Label
Function
JFP1
Power switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker
JFP2
Power LED and Keyboard lock
CMOS1
CMOS clear (Default 1-2)
PSON1
AT(1-2) / ATX(2-3) (Default 2-3)
JWDT1+JOBS1
Watchdog Reset and OBS Alarm
JCASE1
Case Open pin header
JLVDS1
Voltage 3.3V/5V/12V selector for LVDS1 connector
(Default 1-2, 3.3V)
JLVDS_CLT1
Brightness control selector for Analog or Digital
(Default 1-2, Analog)
JEME1
Intel AMT Disable Jumper
JMECLR1
Clear AMT setting
JUSBPWR1
USB port 1~4 power source switch between +5Vsb and +5V
JUSBPWR2
USB port 5/6/7/8 power source switch between +5Vsb and +5V
JUSB PWR3
USB port 9/10/11/12 power source switch between +5Vsb and +5V
Table 1.2: Connectors
Label
Function
LPT1
Parallel port, supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode
LVDS1
LVDS1 connector
INV1
LVDS1 inverter connector
COM3456
Serials port connector (RS-232)
USB56
USB port 5, 6 (on board)
USB78
USB port 7, 8 (on board)
USB910
USB port 0, 10 (on board)
USB1112
USB port 11, 12 (on board)
VGA1+DVI1
VGA and DVI connector
COM12
Serial port connector(RS232)
KBMS1
PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse connector
CPUFAN1
CPU FAN connector(3-pin)
SYSFAN1
System FAN1 connector(4-pin)
SYSFAN2
System FAN2 connector(4-pin)
SYSFAN3
System FAN3 connector(4-pin)
SYSFAN4
System FAN4 connector(4-pin)
LAN1_USB12
LAN1 / USB port 1, 2
LAN2_USB34
LAN2 / USB port 3, 4
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Table 1.2: Connectors
Audio connector
SPDIF_OUT1
SPDIF Audio out pin header
FPAUD1
HD Audio Front Panel Pin Header
PCIEX16_1
PCIe x16 Slot
SATA1
Serial ATA data connector 1
SATA2
Serial ATA data connector 2
SATA3
Serial ATA data connector 3
SATA4
Serial ATA data connector 4
SATA5
Serial ATA data connector 5
SATA6
Serial ATA data connector 6
DIMMA1
Channel A DIMM1
SPI_CN1
SPI flash update connector.
GPIO1
GPIO header
ATX12V1
ATX 12V Auxiliary power connector (for CPU)
ATXPWR1
ATX 20 Pin Main power connector (for System)
DVI
DVI-D connector on rear panel
DVI2
DVI-D pin header
1.5 Board layout: Jumper and Connector Locations
Figure 1.1 Jumper and Connector Location
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AUDIO1
Figure 1.2 I/O Connectors
1.6 AIMB-581 Board Diagram
Figure 1.3 AIMB-581 Block Diagram
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Warning! Always completely disconnect the power cord from chassis whenever
you work with the hardware. Do not make connections while the power
is on. Sensitive electronic components can be damaged by sudden
power surges. Only experienced electronics personnel should open the
PC chassis.
Caution! The computer is provided with a battery-powered real-time clock circuit.
There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instructions.
Caution! There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.
Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
1.8 Jumper Settings
This section provides instructions on how to configure your motherboard by setting
the jumpers. It also includes the motherboards's default settings and your options for
each jumper.
1.8.1 How to Set Jumpers
You can configure your motherboard to match the needs of your application by setting the jumpers. A jumper is a metal bridge that closes an electrical circuit. It consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that
slides over the pins to connect them. To “close” (or turn ON) a jumper, you connect
the pins with the clip. To “open” (or turn OFF) a jumper, you remove the clip. Sometimes a jumper consists of a set of three pins, labeled 1, 2, and 3. In this case you
connect either pins 1 and 2, or 2 and 3. A pair of needle-nose pliers may be useful
when setting jumpers.
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Caution! Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before touching the
motherboard. Modern electronic devices are very sensitive to electrostatic discharges. As a safety precaution, use a grounding wrist strap at
all times. Place all electronic components on a static-dissipative surface
or in a static-shielded bag when they are not in the chassis.
Chapter 1
1.7 Safety Precautions
1.8.2 CMOS Clear (CMOS1)
The AIMB-581 motherboard contains a jumper that can erase CMOS data and reset
the system BIOS information. Normally this jumper should be set with pins 1-2
closed. If you want to reset the CMOS data, set CMOS1 to 2-3 closed for just a few
seconds, and then move the jumper back to 1-2 closed. This procedure will reset the
CMOS to its default setting.
Table 1.3: CMOS1
Function
Jumper Setting
*Keep CMOS data
1-2 closed
Clear CMOS data
2-3 closed
* Default
1.8.3 JLVDS1: LCD Power 3.3 V/5 V/ 12 V Selector
Table 1.4: JLVDS1: LCD Power 3.3 V/5 V/ 12 V Selector
Closed Pins
Result
JLVDS1
2-3
Jumper for 5V LVDS panel
1-2
Jumper for 3.3V LVDS panel*
2-2
Jumper for 12V LVDS panel
*Default
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Table 1.5: JLVDS_VBR1: Backlight control selector for LVDS1
Closed Pins
Result
1-2*
Linear brightness control
2-3
PWM brightness control
*Default
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1.8.4 JLVDS_VBR1: Backlight control selector for LVDS1
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1.8.5 PSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector
Table 1.6: PSON1: ATX, AT Mode Selector
Closed Pins
Result
1-2
AT Mode
2-3*
ATX Mode
*Default
1
1
ATX Mode
2-3 closed
AT Mode
1-2 closed
1.8.6 JIR1+JOB1+JWD1: Watchdog Timer Output and OBS Alarm
Option
Table 1.7: JIR1+JOB1+JWD1: Watchdog Timer Output and OBS Alarm
Option
Closed Pins
Result
2-3
NC
6
System Reset*
8-10
Error Beep*
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PWM brightness control
2-3 closed
Linear brightness control
1-2 closed
1.8.7 JME1:BIOS Update ME Mode Selector
JME1 is the jumper for users to select BIOS update freely without lock protection
when using ADVSPI or with lock protection.
Table 1.8: BIOS update ME mode selector
Function
Jumper BIOS
Setting protect
Master
ME
JME1
Region Update ME
function
PWR
Setting
Access tool
version after
working
Control
update
status
1.*Production
mode
(1-2) pin
None
closed
FF
Link/
ADVSPI updated remote
control
Lock
Link/
no
Read:0B ADVSPI
remote
updated
Write:0A
control
2.
3. Manufacture (2-3) pin
None
mode
closed
FF
OEM
request
ADVSPI updated None
default
AC on/
stdby
AC on/
stdby
None
None
* refers to default.
1.
2.
3.
* In default production mode, there's no lock protection for BIOS. The Master
Region Access Control setting is FF, users can update the complete BIOS with
the ADVSPI tool. The function is same as Manufacture mode. BIOS ME (Management Engine) function keeps link/remote control. The jumper can be set
under AC off PWR status, it can not be set under standby PWR status.
In production mode with lock protection for BIOS, the Master Region Access
Control setting is Read:0B, Write:0A. Users can not update BIOS ME firmware
freely. BIOS ME (Management Engine) function keeps link/remote control. This
setting is only for OEM project requests. The jumper can be set under AC off
PWR status, it can not set under standby PWR status.
In manufacture mode, BIOS has no lock protection function. The Master Region
Access Control setting is FF, users can update complete BIOS with ADVSPI
tool. However, the BIOS ME function does not keep the link/remote control after
the BIOS been updated.
1.8.8 JCASE1: Case Open Sensor
The AIMB-581 motherboard contains a jumper that provides a chassis open sensor.
The buzzer on the motherboard beeps when the case is opened.
1.9 System Memory
AIMB-581 has four 240-pin memory sockets for 1066/1333 MHz memory modules
with maximum capacity of 16GB(Maximum 4GB for each DIMM). AIMB-581QG2
supports only non-ECC DDR3 memory modules and do not support registered
DIMMs (RDIMMs)
Note!
Because AIMB-581 supports Intel Active Management Technology 7.0
(iAMT 7.0)which utilizes some memory space of channel 0, it's suggested that the user should not leave channel 0 DIMM slots (DIMMA1
and DIMMA2) empty, or it may cause some system abnormality.
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To install DIMMs, first make sure the two handles of the DIMM socket are in the
“open” position, i.e., the handles lean outward. Slowly slide the DIMM module along
the plastic guides on both ends of the socket. Then firmly but gently (avoid pushing
down too hard) press the DIMM module well down into the socket, until you hear a
click when the two handles have automatically locked the memory module into the
correct position of the DIMM socket. To remove the memory module, just push both
handles outward, and the memory module will be ejected by the mechanism.
The AIMB-581 supports a CPU with one of the following built-in full speed L3 caches:
8 MB for Intel Xeon E3-1275
6 MB for Intel Xeon E3-1225
8 MB for Intel Core i7-2600
6 MB for Intel Core i5-2400
3 MB for Intel Core i3-2120
3 MB for Intel Pentium G850
2 MB for Intel Celeron G540
The built-in second-level cache in the processor yields much higher performance
than conventional external cache memories.
1.12 Processor Installation
The AIMB-581 is designed for LGA1155, Intel Xeon and Intel Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/
Pentium/Celeron processor.
1.13 PCI Bus Routing Table
PCI1
PCI2
AD16
AD21
A
A
F
B
B
G
C
C
H
D
D
E
AD PCI slot INT
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1.11 Cache Memory
Chapter 1
1.10 Memory Installation Procedures
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Chapter
2
Connecting
Peripherals
2
2.1 Introduction
You can access most of the connectors from the top of the board as it is being
installed in the chassis. If you have a number of cards installed or have a packed
chassis, you may need to partially remove the card to make all the connections.
2.2 USB Ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34/USB56/
USB78)
The AIMB-581 provides up to 12 USB ports. The USB interface complies with USB
Specification Rev 2.0 supporting transmission rates up to 480 Mbps and Rev 3.0
supporting transmission rate up to 5 Gbps and is fuse protected. The USB interface
can be disabled in the system BIOS setup.
The AIMB-581 is equipped with two high-performance 1000 Mbps Ethernet LAN
adapters, both of which are supported by all major network operating systems. The
RJ-45 jacks on the rear panel provides convenient LAN connection.
LAN1_USB12 LAN2_USB34
Table 2.1: LAN LED Indicator
LAN Mode
LAN1 indicator
LAN2 indicator
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LED1 (Right)
off for mal-link; Link (On) / Active (Flash)
LED2 (Left)
100 Mbps (On) / 10 Mbps (Off)
LED2 (Left)
1000 Mbps (On)
LED1 (Right)
off for mal-link; Link (On) / Active (Flash)
LED2 (Left)
100 Mbps (On) / 10 Mbps (Off)
LED2 (Left)
1000 Mbps (On)
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AIMB-581 allows users to set USB power between +5VSB and +5V. When the
jumper is set as +5V, the board doesn't support wake from S3 via keyboard or
mouse.
Note!
When USB power is switched to +5V, it can't be connected with power
KVM.
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1-2* pin is default
Chapter 2
2.3 USB Power Switch
2.4 VGA/DVI-D Connector (VGA1+DVI 1), DVI 2
Connector
5
10
15
1
6
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AIMB-581 includes VGA and DVI interfaces that can drive conventional VGA and DVI
displays. VGA is a standard 15-pin D-SUB connector commonly used for VGA. Pin
assignments for VGA and DVI connectors are detailed in Appendix B. AIMB-581 also
includes DVI2 as the interface for supporting a 2nd DVI display.
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Chapter 2
2.5 Serial Ports (COM1~COM6)
COM1/COM2
Connecting Peripherals
AIMB-581 supports six serial ports. COM1, COM2, COM4-6 supports RS-232.
COM3 supports RS-232/422/485 (with 5V/12V power). JSETCOM3 is used to select
the RS-232/422/485 mode for COM3.
These ports can connect to serial devices, such as a mouse or a printer, or to a communications network.
The IRQ and address ranges for both ports are fixed. However, if you want to disable
the port or change these parameters later, you can do this in the system BIOS setup.
Different devices implement the RS-232 standards in different ways. If you have
problems with a serial device, be sure to check the pin assignments for the connector.
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2.6 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)/
External PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector
(KBMS2)
Two 6-pin mini-DIN connectors (KBMS1) on the motherboard provide connection to a
PS/2 keyboard and a PS/2 mouse, respectively. KBMS2 is for supporting the 2nd PS/
2 keyboard and PS/2 mouse by a cable P/N 1700018699.
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Chapter 2
2.7 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
2.8 System FAN Connector (SYSFAN1/2/3/4)
3
2
1
If a fan is used, this connector supports cooling fans of 500 mA (6 W) or less.
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If a fan is used, this connector supports cooling fans of 500 mA (6 W) or less.
2.9 Front Panel Connectors (JFP1/JFP2/JFP3)
There are several headers for monitoring and controlling the AIMB-581.
2.9.1 ATX soft power switch ((JFP1/PWR_SW))
If your computer case is equipped with an ATX power supply, you should connect the
power on/off button on your computer case to ((JFP1/ PWR_SW)), for convenient
power on and off.
2.9.2 Reset (JFP1/RESET)
Many computer cases offer the convenience of a reset button. Connect the wire for
the reset button.
2.9.3 HDD LED (JFP1/HDDLED)
You can connect an LED to connector (JFP2/HDDLED) to indicate when the HDD is
active.
2.9.4 External speaker (JFP1/SPEAKER)
JFP1/SPEAKER is a 4-pin connector for an external speaker. If there is no external
speaker, the AIMB-581 provides an onboard buzzer as an alternative. To enable the
buzzer, set pins 7 & 10 as closed.
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Table 2.2: ATX power supply LED status (No support for AT power)
Power mode
LED
(ATX Power Mode)
(On/off by
momentary button)
LED
(AT power Mode)
(On/off by switching
power supply)
LED
(AT power Mode)
(On/off by front
panel switch)
PSON1
(on back plane)
jumper setting
pins 2-3 closed
pins 1-2 closed
Connect pins 1 & 2 to
panel switch via cable
System On
On
On
On
System Suspend
Fast flashes
Fast flashes
Fast flashes
System Off
Slow flashes
Off
Off
2.10 Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)
Line Out
Mic In
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(JFP3/PWR_LED & KEY LOCK) is a 5-pin connector for the power on LED and Key
Lock function. Refer to Appendix B for detailed information on the pin assignments.
The Power LED cable should be connected to pin 1-3. The key lock button cable
should be connected to pin 4-5. There are 3 modes for the power supply connection.
The first is “ATX power mode”; the system turns on/off by a momentary power button.
The second is “AT Power Mode”; the system turns on/off via the power supply switch.
The third is another “AT Power Mode” which makes use of the front panel power
switch. The power LED status is indicated in the following table:
Chapter 2
2.9.5 Power LED and keyboard lock connector (JFP3/PWR_LED &
KEY LOCK)
2.11 Digital Audio Connector (SPDIF_OUT1)
This connector is for the S/PDIF audio module to allow digital output sound. Connect
one end of the S/PDIF audio cable to this connector and the other end to the S/PDIF
module.
Note!
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.
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Note!
AIMB-581 on board SATA only supports Fedora 14 and 15 and SATA
mode in BIOS should be set as AHCI mode.
If SATA mode is set as IDE mode, when user is installing Fedora 14 and
15, ODD has been connected on SATA port 3~6.
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AIMB-581 features a high performance Serial ATA interface (up to 300 MB/s) and
Serial ATA III interface (up to 600 MB/s) which eases hard drive cabling with thin,
space-saving cables.
Chapter 2
2.12 Serial ATA Interface (SATA1 ~ SATA6)
2.13 8-pin Alarm Board Connector (VOLT1)
VOLT1 connects to the alarm board on the chassis. These alarm boards give warnings if a power supply or fan fails, or if the chassis overheats.
2.14 PCI express x16 slot
AIMB-581 provides a PCIe x16 slot for users to install add-on cards when their applications require higher graphic performance than the CPU embedded graphics controller can provide.
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This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports
either HD Audio or legacy AC’97 (optional) audio standard. Connect this connector
with the front panel audio I/O module cable.
For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommend
that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to take advantage of the motherboard’s high definition audio
capability.
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Note!
Chapter 2
2.15 Front Headphone Connector (FPAUD1)
2.16 ATX Power Connector (EATXPWR1, ATX12V1)
This connector is for an ATX Micro-Fit power supply. The plugs from the power supply are designed to fit these connectors in only one direction. Determine the proper
orientation and push down firmly until the connectors mate completely.
Note!
1.
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Please connect the ATX12V1 connector with the PSU ATX 12V 4pin connector.
For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power
supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or
later version) and provides a minimum power of 180 W.
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The SPI flash card pin header may be used to flash the BIOS if the AIMB-581 cannot
power on.
Chapter 2
2.17 SPI Flash connector(SPI_CN1)
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2.18 LCD Inverter Connector (INV1)
Note!

Signal Description
Signal
VR
Signal Description
Vadj=0.75 V
(Recommended: 4.7 KΩ, >1/16 W)
LCD backlight ON/OFF control signal
ENBKL
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2.19 LVDS Connector (LVDS1)
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2.20 General purpose I/O Connector (GPIO1)
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Chapter
3
BIOS Operation
3
3.1 Introduction
AMI BIOS has been integrated into many motherboards, and has been very popular
for over a decade. People sometimes refer to the AMI BIOS setup menu as BIOS,
BIOS setup or CMOS setup.
With the AMI BIOS Setup program, you can modify BIOS settings to control the special features of your computer. The Setup program uses a number of menus for making changes. This chapter describes the basic navigation of the AIMB-581 setup
screens.
3.2 BIOS Setup
The AIMB-581 Series system has AMI BIOS built in, with a CMOS SETUP utility that
allows users to configure required settings or to activate certain system features.
The CMOS SETUP saves the configuration in the CMOS RAM of the motherboard.
When the power is turned off, the battery on the board supplies the necessary power
to preserve the CMOS RAM.
When the power is turned on, press the <Del> button during the BIOS POST (PowerOn Self Test) to access the CMOS SETUP screen.
Control Keys
< ↑ >< ↓ >< ← >< → >
Move to select item
<Enter>
Select Item
<Esc>
Main Menu - Quit and not save changes into CMOS
Sub Menu - Exit current page and return to Main Menu
<Page Up/+>
Increase the numeric value or make changes
<Page Down/->
Decrease the numeric value or make changes
<F1>
General help, for Setup Sub Menu
<F2>
Item Help
<F5>
Load Previous Values
<F7>
Load Setup Defaults
<F10>
Save all CMOS changes
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Press <Del> to enter AMI BIOS CMOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on
the screen. Use arrow keys to select among the items and press <Enter> to accept or
enter the sub-menu.
Chapter 3
3.3 Main Menu
BIOS Operation
The Main BIOS setup screen has two main frames. The left frame displays all the
options that can be configured. Grayed-out options cannot be configured; options in
blue can. The right frame displays the key legend.
Above the key legend is an area reserved for a text message. When an option is
selected in the left frame, it is highlighted in white. Often a text message will accompany it.
 System time / System date
Use this option to change the system time and date. Highlight System Time or
System Date using the <Arrow> keys. Enter new values through the keyboard.
Press the <Tab> key or the <Arrow> keys to move between fields. The date
must be entered in MM/DD/YY format. The time must be entered in HH:MM:SS
format.
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3.3.1 Advanced BIOS Features
Select the Advanced tab from the AIMB-581 setup screen to enter the Advanced
BIOS Setup screen. You can select any of the items in the left frame of the screen,
such as CPU Configuration, to go to the sub menu for that item. You can display an
Advanced BIOS Setup option by highlighting it using the <Arrow> keys. All Advanced
BIOS Setup options are described in this section. The Advanced BIOS Setup screen
is shown below. The sub menus are described on the following pages.
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Chapter 3
3.3.2 ACPI settings
BIOS Operation



Enable ACPI Auto Configuration
Enable or disable BIOS ACPI auto configuration.
Make System with Fixed Time
PowerOn by Modem
Allows the system to be awakened from an ACPI sleep state by a wake-up signal from a modem that supports wake-up function.
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3.3.3 Trusted Computing
To enable/disable TPM (TPM 1.1/1.2) set up in BIOS. TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is a secure key generator and key cache management component, enables protected storage of encryption keys and authentication credentials for enhanced
security capabilities.
3.3.4 CPU Configuration
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



3.3.5 SATA Configuration
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Active Processor Cores
Allows you to choose the number of CPU cores to activate in each processor
package.
Limit CPUID Maximum
This item allows you to limit CPUID maximum value.
Execute Disable Bit
This item allows you to enable or disable the No-Execution page protection
technology.
Hardware Prefectch
The processor fetches data and instructions from the memory into the cache
that are likely to be required in the near future. This reduces the latency associated with memory reads.
Adjacent Cache Line Prefetch
This item allows users to enable or disable the adjacent cache line prefetch feature.
Intel Virtualization Technology
Intel Virtualization Technology (Intel VT) is a set of hardware enhancements to
Intel server and client platforms that provide software-based virtualization solutions. Intel VT allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, allowing one computer system to function as
multiple virtual systems.
Power Technology
User can set: "EIST", "P-STATE", "C3", "C6" and "Package C State Limit" under
"Custom Mode". Default is "Energy Efficient".
Chapter 3






SATA Controllers
This item appear only when you set SATA mode to "IDE Mode".
[Disabled]
Disable SATA function.
SATA Mode
This can be configured as IDE or AHCI mode.
Disabled
Disable the SATA function.
IDE mode
Set to [IDE mode] when you want to use the serial ATA hard disk drives as Parallel ATA physical storage devices.
3.3.6 Intel IGD SWSCI OpRegion




DVMT Mode Select
To select DVMT Mode by using internal graphics device.
DVMT/FIXED Memory
This item allows user to set Video Memory. There are three options,
[128MB][256MB]/[Maximum]
IGD-Boot Type
To select the video device which will be activated during post stage.
Spread Spectrum Clock
To enable or disable spread spectrum clock.
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Chapter 3
3.3.7 Intel TXT Configuration
BIOS Operation


Secure Mode Extension (SMX)
Intel TXT Configuration
This item allow you to enable or disable Intel Trusted Execution Technology
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Legacy USB Support
Enables support for legacy USB. Auto option disables legacy support if no USB
devices are connected.
USB 3.0 Support
Enables support for USB 3.0.
EHCI Hand-off
This is just a workaround item under OS without EHCI hand-off support.
Device Reset time out
USB mass storage device reset time out.
Mass Storage Devices
Shows USB mass storage device information.
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Serial Port 1 Configuration
 Serial Port
To ‚”enable” or “disable” Serial Port 1.
 Change Settings
To select an optimal setting for serial port 1.
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Parallel Port Configuration
– Parallel Port
To enable or disable Parallel Port.
– Change Settings
To select an optimal setting for parallel port.
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Serial Port 2 Configuration
 Serial Port
To “enable” or “disable” Serial Port 2.
 Change Settings
To select an optimal setting for serial port 2.
 Device Mode
Serial port 2 could be selected as “Standard serial port mode”, “IrDA 1.0(HP
SIR) mode”, or “ASKIR mode”.
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CPU Temperature (PECI)
CPU Temperature shown here is CPU T-junction temperature via PECI.
Case Open Warning
Enable/Disable the chassis intrusion monitoring function. When enabled and
the case is opened, the speaker beeps.
CPU Warning Temperature
Use this to set the CPU warning temperature threshold. When the system
reaches the warning temperature, the speaker will beep.
ACPI Shutdown Temperature
Use this to set the ACPI shutdown temperature threshold. When the system
reaches the shutdown temperature, it will be automatically shut down by ACPI
OS to protect the system from overheating damage.
CPUFAN Mode Setting
“Enable or Disable” CPUFAN Mode to SMART FAN setting.
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3.3.11 Super IO Configuration
BIOS Operation
AIMB-581QG2 version supports 2nd super IO for COM 3-6, so this page of the BIOS
menu is to set respective serial port configuration.
Serial Port 4 Configuration
 Serial Port
To “enable or disable” Serial Port 3.
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Change Settings
To select an optimal setting for serial port 3.
Auto flow control
When the COM is to set as RS-422, it supports auto flow control function.
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Serial Port 4 Configuration
 Serial Port
To “enable or disable” serial port 4.
 Change Settings
To select an optimal setting for serial port 4.
Serial Port 5 Configuration
 Serial Port
To “enable or disable” serial port 5.
 Change Settings
To select an optimal setting for serial port 5.
Serial Port 6 Configuration
 Serial Port
To “enable or disable” serial port 6.
 Change Settings
To select an optimal setting for serial port 6.
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Intel AMT
This item allows users to enable or disable Intel AMT BIOS extension.
Intel AMT Setup Prompt
This item allows users to enable or disable Intel AMT Setup prompt.
AMT
Enable or disable Intel Advance Management Technology
Unconfigure AMT/ME
Enable or disable Unconfigure AMT/ME
WatchDog Timer
Enable or disable Watchdog Timer
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3.3.13 Console Redirection Settings
BIOS Operation
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Console Redirection
Enable or disable the console redirection feature
Console Redirection Setting
 Out-of-Band Mgmt Port
For selecting the COM port users would like to set for using the console redirection feature.
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Terminal Type
It could be set as “VT100”, “VT100+”, “VT-UTF8”, or “ANSI”. “VT-UTF8” is the
default setting.
Bits Per Second
Used to select serial port transmission. The speed must be matched on the
other side. It could be set as “9600”, “19200”, “57600”, or “15200”. “115200” is
the default setting.
Flow Control
Flow control can prevent data loss from buffer overflows, and it could set as
“None”, “Hardware RTS/CTS”, or “Software Xon/Xoff”. “None” is the default setting.
3.4 Chipset Configuration Setting
Select the chipset tab from the BIOS setup screen to enter the Chipset Setup screen.
Users can select any item in the left frame of the screen, such as PCI express Configuration, to go to the sub menu for that item. Users can display a Chipset Setup
option by highlighting it using the <Arrow> keys. All Chipset Setup options are
described in this section. The Chipset Setup screens are shown below. The sub
menus are described on the following pages.
3.4.1
PCH-IO Configuration
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3.4.2 North Bridge Configuration
3.4.2.1 System Agent (SA) Configuration
BIOS Operation
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Low MMIO Align
Low MMIO resources align at 64MB/1024MB.
VT-d
To support Intel chipset virtualization technology for directed I/O.
Initiate Graphic Adapter
This setting allows users to select which graphics controller to be the primary
graphic device when booting up.
IGD Memory
Allows users to select integrated graphic memory.
Render Standby
Enable or disable Render Standby by the Internal Graphics Device
IGD Multi-Monitor
Enable or Disable IGD Multi-monitor by Internal Graphics Internal Device
PEG Force Gen1
Allows users to force PEG port downgrade to Gen 1.
Detect Non-Compliance Device
Enable or disable Detect Non-Compliance Device
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SMBus Controller
Enable or disable the system SMBUS function.
LAN2 Controller
Enables or disables the GbE controller.
LAN Option-ROM
Enables or disables GbE LAN boot.
Wake on LAN from S5
Enables or disables GbE LAN wake up from S5 function.
PCIE STRAP
It could be set as “PCIE x4” or “4 PCIE x”. When using Advantech x 4 to 3 x 1
riser card, this item should been set as “4 PCIE x1”.
High Precision Timer
Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET)
Deep S5
Enable or disable Deep S5 feature. When Deep S5 is enabled, most power,
including 5VSB, will be off during Deep S5 for energy savings.
Note!
When a system enters G3 status with deep S5 enabled, some power
supply’s 5VSB won’t drop until after more than 30 seconds. If “Restore
AC Power Loss” is set to “power on”, the system won’t boot up in 30
seconds to power on after a power failure. On the other hand, system
will auto power on if power is restored within 30 seconds, before 5VSB
actually drops, even if “Restore AC Power Loss” is set to “power off”.
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3.4.4 USB Configuration
BIOS Operation
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All USB Devices
Enable or disable All USB Devices.
EHCI Controller 1 & 2
Enable or disable EHCI Controller 1 or 2.
USB Port 1~ 12
Enable or disable USB Port 1~ 12.
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ME Subsystem
Enable or disable Intel Management Engine Subsystem.
ME Temporary Disable
Enable or disable ME temporary Disable
End of Post Message
Enable or disable End of Post Message.
Execute MEBx
Enable or disable Execute MEBx to show Ctrl+P to enter ME setup during post
screen
MEBx Mode
Normal, Hidden Ctrl+P, enter MEBx setup to use ME setup
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3.4.6 Chipset Reference board
BIOS Operation
3.5 Boot Setting
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Setup Prompt Timeout
User the <+> and <-> keys to adjust the number of seconds to wait for setup
activation key.
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Bootup NumLock State
On or Off power on state for the NumLock
Quiet Boot
If this option is set to disabled, the BIOS displays normal POST messages. If
enabled, an OEM logo is shown instead of POST messages.
Option ROM Messages
Force BIOS or Keep Current to set the display mode
Interrupt 19 Capture
Enable or disable Option ROM to trap Interrupt 19
Boot Option #1/#2
Choose boot priority from boot device
3.6 Security Setting
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Administrator Password
Select this option and press <ENTER> to access the sub menu, and then type
in the password. Set the Administrator password.
User Password
Select this option and press <ENTER> to access the sub menu, and then type
in the password. Set the User Password.
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3.7 Save & Exit Configuration
BIOS Operation
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1.
2.
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1.
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Save Changes and Exit
When users have completed system configuration, select this option to save
changes, exit BIOS setup menu and reboot the computer to take effect all system configuration parameters.
Select Exit Saving Changes from the Exit menu and press <Enter>. The following message appears: Save Configuration Changes and Exit Now? [Ok] [Cancel]
Select Ok or cancel.
Discard Changes and Exit
Select this option to quit Setup without making any permanent changes to the
system configuration.
Select Exit Discarding Changes from the Exit menu and press <Enter>. The following message appears: Discard Changes and Exit Setup Now? [Ok] [Cancel]
Select Ok to discard changes and exit. Discard Changes
Select Discard Changes from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
Restore Default
The BIOS automatically configures all setup items to optimal settings when
users select this option. Defaults are designed for maximum system performance, but may not work best for all computer applications. In particular, do not
use the Defaults if the user's computer is experiencing system configuration
problems. Select Restore Defaults from the Exit menu and press <Enter>.
Save as User Default
Save the all current settings as a user default.
Restore User Default
Restore all settings to user default values.
Boot Override
Shows the boot device types on the system.
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Chapter
4
4
Software Introduction
& Service
4.1 Introduction
The mission of Advantech Embedded Software Services is to "Enhance quality of life
with Advantech platforms and Microsoft® Windows® embedded technology." We
enable Windows® Embedded software products on Advantech platforms to more
effectively support the embedded computing community. Customers are freed from
the hassle of dealing with multiple vendors (hardware suppliers, system integrators,
embedded OS distributors) for projects. Our goal is to make Windows® Embedded
Software solutions easily and widely available to the embedded computing community.
4.2 Value-Added Software Services
Software API: An interface that defines the ways by which an application program
may request services from libraries and/or operating systems. Provides not only the
underlying drivers required but also a rich set of user-friendly, intelligent and integrated interfaces, which speeds development, enhances security and offers add-on
value for Advantech platforms. It plays the role of catalyst between developer and
solution, and makes Advantech embedded platforms easier and simpler to adopt and
operate with customer applications.
4.2.1 Software API
4.2.1.1 Control
GPIO
General Purpose Input/Output is a flexible parallel interface
that allows a variety of custom connections. It allows users to
monitor the level of signal input or set the output status to
switch on/off the device. Our API also provides Programmable GPIO, which allows developers to dynamically set the
GPIO input or output status.
SMBus
SMBus is the System Management Bus defined by Intel Corporation in 1995. It is used in personal computers and servers for low-speed system management communications. The
SMBus API allows a developer to interface a embedded system environment and transfer serial messages using the
SMBus protocols, allowing multiple simultaneous device control.
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Brightness Control
The Brightness Control API allows a developer to access
embedded devices and easily control brightness.
The Backlight API allows a developer to control the backlight
(screen) on/off in embedded devices.
4.2.1.3 Monitor
Watchdog
A watchdog timer (WDT) is a device that performs a specific
operation after a certain period of time if something goes
wrong and the system does not recover on its own. A watchdog timer can be programmed to perform a warm boot
(restarting the system) after a certain number of seconds.
Hardware Monitor
The Hardware Monitor (HWM) API is a system health supervision API that inspects certain condition indexes, such as
fan speed, temperature and voltage.
4.2.1.4 Power Saving
CPU Speed
Makes use of Intel SpeedStep technology to save power
consumption. The system will automatically adjust the CPU
speed depending on the system loading.
System Throttling
Refers to a series of methods for reducing power consumption in computers by lowering the clock frequency. This API
allows the user to adjust the clock from 87.5% to 12.5%.
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Backlight
Chapter 4
4.2.1.2 Display
4.2.2 Software Utility
BIOS Flash
The BIOS Flash utility allows customers to update the
flash ROM BIOS version, or use it to back up current BIOS
by copying it from the flash chip to a file on the customers’
disk. The BIOS Flash utility also provides a command line
version and an API for fast implementation into customized applications.
Embedded Security ID
The embedded application is the most important property
of a system integrator. It contains valuable intellectual
property, design knowledge and innovation - but it is easy
to be copy. Embedded Security ID utility provides reliable
security functions for customers to secure their application
data within embedded BIOS.
Monitoring
Monitoring is a utility for customers to monitor system
health, like voltage, CPU and system temperature and fan
speed. These items are important to a device, if critical
errors occur and are not solved immediately, permanent
damage may be caused.
eSOS
eSOS is a small OS stored in BIOS ROM. It will boot up in
case of a main OS crash. It will diagnose the hardware status, and then send an e-mail to the designated administrator.
eSOS also provides for remote connection via Telnet server
and FTP server so the administrator can attempt to rescue
the system. Note: This function requires BIOS customization.
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5
Chipset Software
Installation Utility
5
5.1 Before You Begin
To facilitate the installation of the enhanced display drivers and utility software, read
the instructions in this chapter carefully. The drivers for AIMB-581 are located on the
software installation CD. The driver in the folder of the driver CD will guide and link
you to the utilities and drivers under a Windows system. Updates are provided via
Service Packs from Microsoft*.
Note!
The files on the software installation CD are compressed. Do not
attempt to install the drivers by copying the files manually. You must use
the supplied SETUP program to install the drivers.
Before you begin, it is important to note that most display drivers need to have the
relevant software application already installed in the system prior to installing the
enhanced display drivers. In addition, many of the installation procedures assume
that you are familiar with both the relevant software applications and operating system commands. Review the relevant operating system commands and the pertinent
sections of your application software’s user manual before performing the installation.
5.2 Introduction
The Intel® Chipset Software Installation (CSI) utility installs the Windows INF files
that outline to the operating system how the chipset components will be configured.
This is needed for the proper functioning of the following features:
 Core PCI PnP services
 IDE Ultra ATA 100/66/33 and Serial ATA interface support
 USB 1.1/2.0 support (USB 2.0 driver needs to be installed separately for Win98)

Identification of Intel® chipset components in the Device Manager
Note!
This utility is used for the following versions of Windows, and it has to be
installed before installing all the other drivers:
 Windows 7 (32-bit)
 Windows 7 (64-bit)
 Windows XP professional edition (32-bit)
 Windows XP professional edition (64-bit)
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Insert the driver CD into your system's CD-ROM drive. You can see the driver
folder items. Navigate to the "Chipset" folder and click "infinst_autol.exe" to
complete the installation of the driver.
Chapter 5
5.3 Windows XP/Windows 7 Driver Setup
Chipset Software Installation Utility
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6
VGA Setup
6
6.1 Introduction
The Intel mobile Core i7-2600, Core i5-2400, Core i3-2120, Pentium G850, Celeron
G540 CPUs with dual cores are embedded with an integrated graphics controller.
You need to install the VGA driver to enable this function.
Optimized integrated graphic solution: With Intel Graphics Flexible, versatile display
options and 32-bit 3D graphics engine are supported. Dual independent displays and
enhanced display modes for widescreen flat panels include extended, twin, and
clone dual display modes, plus optimized 3D support delivers an intensive and realistic visual experience.
6.2 Windows 7/XP
Note!
Before installing this driver, make sure the CSI utility has been installed
in your system. See Chapter 5 for information on installing the CSI utility.
Insert the driver CD into your system's CD-ROM drive. Navigate to the "VGA" folder
and click "setup.exe" to complete the installation of the drivers for Windows 7 and
Windows XP.
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7
7
LAN Configuration
7.1 Introduction
The AIMB-581 has dual Gigabit Ethernet LANs via dedicated PCI Express x1 lanes
(Intel 82579LM (LAN1) and 82583V (LAN2)) that offer bandwidth of up to 500 MB/
sec, eliminating the bottleneck of network data flow and incorporating Gigabit Ethernet at 1000 Mbps.
7.2 Features
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Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps transceiver
10/100/1000 Mbps triple-speed MAC
High-speed RISC core with 24-KB cache
On-chip voltage regulation
Wake-on-LAN (WOL) support
PCI Express X1 host interface
7.3 Installation
Note!
Before installing the LAN drivers, make sure the CSI utility has been
installed on your system. See Chapter 5 for information on installing the
CSI utility.
The AIMB-581’s Intel 82579LM (LAN1) and 82583V (LAN2) Gigabit integrated controllers support all major network operating systems. However, the installation procedure varies from system to system. Please find and use the section that provides the
driver setup procedure for the operating system you are using.
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Insert the driver CD into your system's CD-ROM drive. Select the LAN folder then
navigate to the directory for your OS.
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7.4 Windows® 7/XP Driver Setup (Intel 82579LM/
82583V)
LAN Configuration
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Appendix
A
A
Programming the
Watchdog Timer
A.1 Programming the Watchdog Timer
AIMB-581's watchdog timer can be used to monitor system software operation and
take corrective action if the software fails to function within the programmed period.
This section describes the operation of the watchdog timer and how to program it.
A.1.1 Watchdog Timer Overview
The watchdog timer is built into the super I/O controller Nuvoton NCT6776F. It provides the following user-programmable functions:
 Can be enabled and disabled by user program
 Timer can be set from 1 to 255 seconds or 1 to 255 minutes
 Generates an interrupt or resets signal if the software fails to reset the timer
before time-out
A.1.2 Programming the Watchdog Timer
The I/O port address of the watchdog timer is 2E (hex) and 2F (hex). 2E (hex) is the
address port. 2F (hex) is the data port. You must first assign the address of register
by writing an address value into address port 2E (hex), then write/read data to/from
the assigned register through data port 2F (hex).
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Unlock NCT6776F
Select register of
watchdog timer
Enable the function of
the watchdog timer
Use the function of
the watchdog timer
Lock NCT6776F
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Table A.1: Watchdog Timer Registers
Address of Register (2E) Attribute
Read/Write
Value (2F) &
description
87 (hex)
-----
Write this address to I/O address port 2E (hex)
twice to unlock the NCT6776F.
07 (hex)
write
Write 08 (hex) to select register of watchdog timer.
30 (hex)
write
Write 01 (hex) to enable the function of the watchdog timer. Disabled is set as default.
write
Set seconds or minutes as units for the timer.
Write 0 to bit 3: set second as counting unit.
[default]
Write 1 to bit 3: set minutes as counting unit.
write
0: stop timer [default]
01~FF (hex): The amount of the count, in seconds
or minutes, depends on the value set in register F5
(hex). This number decides how long the watchdog timer waits for strobe before generating an
interrupt or reset signal. Writing a new value to this
register can reset the timer to count with the new
value.
F7 (hex)
read/write
Bit 7:Write 1 to enable mouse to reset the timer, 0
to disable[default]. Bit 6: Write 1 to enable keyboard to reset the timer, 0 to disable.[default]
Bit 5: Write 1 to generate a timeout signal immediately and automatically return to 0. [default=0]
Bit 4: Read status of watchdog timer, 1 means
timer is “timeout”.
AA (hex)
-----
Write this address to I/O port 2E (hex) to lock the
watchdog timer 2.
F5 (hex)
F6 (hex)
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1. Enable watchdog timer and set 10 sec. as timeout interval
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock NCT6776F
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Set second as counting unit
Mov al,0f5h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
In al,dx
And al,not 08h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Set timeout interval as 10 seconds and start counting
Mov al,0f6h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,10
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Lock NCT6776F
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
2. Enable watchdog timer and set 5 minutes as timeout interval
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock NCT6776F
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
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A.1.3 Example Program
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Set minute as counting unit
Mov al,0f5h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
In al,dx
Or al,08h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Set timeout interval as 5 minutes and start counting
Mov al,0f6h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,5
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Lock NCT6776F
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
3. Enable watchdog timer to be reset by mouse
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock NCT6776F
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;-----------------------------------------------------------
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Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Enable watchdog timer to be reset by mouse
Mov al,0f7h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
In al,dx
Or al,80h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Lock NCT6776F
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
4. Enable watchdog timer to be reset by keyboard
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock NCT6776F
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Enable watchdog timer to be strobed reset by keyboard
Mov al,0f7h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
In al,dx
Or al,40h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Lock NCT6776F
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
5. Generate a time-out signal without timer counting
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov dx,2eh ; Unlock NCT6776F
Mov al,87h
Out dx,al
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Mov al,07h ; Select registers of watchdog timer
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,08h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Enable the function of watchdog timer
Mov al,30h
Out dx,al
Inc dx
Mov al,01h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Generate a time-out signal
Mov al,0f7h
Out dx,al ;Write 1 to bit 5 of F7 register
Inc dx
In al,dx
Or al,20h
Out dx,al
;----------------------------------------------------------Dec dx ; Lock NCT6776F
Mov al,0aah
Out dx,al
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Appendix
B
B
I/O Pin Assignments
B.1 USB Header (USB56,
USB78,USB9010,USB1112)
Table B.1: USB Header (USB56)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
USB0_VCC5
2
USB1_VCC5
3
USB0_D-
4
USB1_D-
5
USB0_D+
6
USB1_D+
7
GND
8
GND
9
Key
10
GND
B.2 VGA Connector (VGA1)
5
1
10
6
15
11
Table B.2: VGA Connector (VGA1)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
RED
9
CRT_VCCIN
2
VGA_G
10
GND
3
VGA_B
11
N/C
4
N/C
12
V_SDAT
5
GND
13
H-SYNC
6
GND
14
V-SYNC
7
GND
15
V_SCLK
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Table B.3: DVI1:DVI connector
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
TDC-0
2
+V5
3
TDC+0-
4
TLC-
5
GND
6
TLC+
7
TDC-1
8
GND
9
TDC+1
10
SC_DDC
11
GND
12
SD_DDC
13
TDC-2
14
HPDETT
15
TDC+2
16
NC
17
+V5
18
NC
19
NC
20
NC
B.4 SPI_CN1: SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector
Table B.4: SPI_CN1:SPI Fresh Card Pin Connector
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
+F1_3V
2
GND
3
F1_SPI_CS#_Q
4
F1_SPI_CLK_Q
5
F1_SPI_MISO_Q
6
F1_SPI_MOSI_Q
7
NC
8
NC
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B.3 DVI1:DVI connector
B.5 PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)
Table B.5: PS/2 Keyboard and Mouse Connector (KBMS1)
Pin
Signal
1
KB DATA
2
N/C
3
GND
4
KB VCC
5
KB CLK
6
N/C
7
M_DATA
8
N/C
9
GND
10
M_VCC
11
M_CLK
12
N/C
B.6 RS-232 Interface (COM3/4/5/6)
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Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
DCD_3
2
DSR_3
3
RXD_3
4
RTS_3
5
TXD_3
6
CTS_3
7
DTR_3
8
RRI_3
9
GND_3
10
GND_3
11
DCD_4
12
DSR_4
13
RXD_4
14
RTS_4
15
TXD_4
16
CTS_4
17
DTR_4
18
RRI_4
19
GND_4
20
GND_4
21
DCD_5
22
DSR_5
23
RXD_5
24
RTS_5
25
TXD_5
26
CTS_5
27
DTR_5
28
RRI_5
29
GND_5
30
GND_5
31
DCD_6
32
DSR_6
33
RXD_6
34
RTS_6
35
TXD_6
36
CTS_6
37
DTR_6
38
RRI_6
39
GND_6
40
GND_6
B.7 CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)
3
2
1
Table B.7: CPU Fan Power Connector (CPU_FAN1)
Pin
Signal
1
GND
2
+12V PWM
3
DETECT
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Table B.6: RS-232 Interface (COM4~COM6)
B.8 System Fan Power Connector (SYS_FAN1/2/3/4)
3
2
1
Table B.8: System Fan Power Connector (SYSFAN1/SYSFAN2/
SYSFAN3/SYSFAN4)
Pin
Signal
1
GND
2
+12V PWM
3
DETECT
B.9 Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP3)
You can use an LED to indicate when the single board computer is on. Pin 1 of JFP3
supplies the LED's power, and Pin 3 is the ground.
Table B.9: Power LED & Keyboard Lock Connector (JFP2)
Pin
Function
1
LED power
2
NC
3
GND
4
KEYLOCK#
5
GND
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The single board computer has its own buzzer. You can also connect it to the external speaker on your computer chassis.
Table B.10: Power Switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker (JFP1)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
SPK_P1
2
HDDLED+
3
PWR
4
NC
5
HDDLED-
6
GND
7
SPK_P3
8
SMB_DAT
9
SYS_RST
10
SPK_P4
11
SMB_CLK
12
GND
B.11 USB/LAN ports (LAN1_USB12/LAN2_USB34)
Table B.11: USB Port
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
VCC
3
Data0+
2
Data0-
4
GND
Table B.12: Ethernet 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Port
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
XMT+
5
N/C
2
XMT-
6
RCV-
3
RCV+
7
N/C
4
N/C
8
N/C
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B.10 Power switch/HDD LED/SMBus/Speaker (JFP1)
B.12 Line Out, Mic In Connector (AUDIO1)
Line Out
Mic In
B.13 Serial ATA0/1 (SATA1 ~ 6)
Table B.13: Serial ATA 0/1 (SATA1 ~ 6)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
GND
2
SATA_0TX+
3
SATA_0TX-
4
GND
5
SATA_0RX-
6
SATA_0RX+
7
GND
8
B.14 AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)
Table B.14: AT/ATX Mode (PSON1)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
#PSON_SIO
(to super IO)
2
#PSON
(to power supply)
3
GND
B.15 HD Audio Interface (FPAUD1)
1
9
2
10
Table B.15: AC-97 Audio Interface (FPAUD1)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
MIC2_L
2
GND
3
MIC2_R
4
FP_AUD_DET
5
LOUT2_R
6
SRTN1
7
LOUT2_DET
8
KEY
9
LOUT2_L
10
SRTN2
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Table B.16: GPIO Pin Header (GPIO1)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
GPIO0
2
GPIO4
3
GPIO1
4
GPIO5
5
GPIO2
6
GPIO6
7
GPIO3
8
GPIO7
9
+5V
10
GND
B.17 LVDS Connector: LVDS1
Table B.17: LVDS1 Connector
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
VDDSAFE_1
2
VDDSAFE_2
3
GND_1
4
GND_7
5
VDDSAFE_3
6
VDDSAFE_4
7
OD0-
8
ED0-
9
OD0+
10
ED0+
11
GND_2
12
GND_8
13
OD1-
14
ED1-
15
OD1+
16
ED1+
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B.16 GPIO Pin Header (GPIO1)
Table B.17: LVDS1 Connector
17
GND_3
18
GND_9
19
OD2-
20
ED2-
21
OD2+
22
ED2+
23
GND_4
24
GND_10
25
OCK-
26
ECK-
27
OCK+
28
ECK+
29
GND_3
30
GND_11
31
DDC_CLK
32
DDC_DAT
33
GND_6
34
GND_12
35
OD3-
36
ED3-
37
OD3+
38
ED3+
39
HPLG
40
VCON
B.18 LVDS Power Jumper (JLVDS1)
* default setting
Table B.18: LVDS Power Jumper
Pin
Signal
1
VCC3
2
VCC_LCD
3
VCC
B.19 LVDS Inverter (INV1)
Table B.19: LVDS Power Jumper
Pin
Signal
1
+12V
2
GND
3
BL_EN
4
BL_CLT
5
+5V
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Table B.20: ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
+3.3 V
11
3.3 V
2
+3.3 V
12
-12 V
3
GND
13
GND
4
+5 V
14
PSON
5
GND
15
GND
6
+5 V
16
GND
7
GND
17
GND
8
POK
18
-5 V
9
5 VSB
19
+5 V
10
12 V
20
+5 V
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B.20 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1, EATPWR1)
B.21 ATX 12 V connector (ATX12V1)
Table B.21: ATX 12 V connector (ATX12V1)
Pin
Signal
Pin
Signal
1
CPU_+12V
2
CPU_+12V
3
aGND
4
aGND
B.22 DMA Channel Assignments
Table B.22: DMA Channel Assignments
Channel
Function
0
Available
1
Available
2
Floppy disk (8-bit transfer)
3
Available
4
Cascade for DMA controller 1
5
Available
6
Available
7
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Table B.23: Interrupt Assignments
Priority
Interrupt#
Interrupt source
1
NMI
Parity error detected
2
IRQ0
Interval timer
3
IRQ1
Keyboard
-
IRQ2
Interrupt from controller 2 (cascade)
4
IRQ8
Real-time clock
5
IRQ9
Cascaded to INT 0A (IRQ 2)
6
IRQ10
Serial communication port 4/6
7
IRQ11
Serial communication port 3/5
8
IRQ12
PS/2 mouse
9
IRQ13
INT from co-processor
10
IRQ14
Primary IDE Channel
11
IRQ15
Secondary IDE Channel
12
IRQ3
Serial communication port 2
13
IRQ4
Serial communication port 1
14
IRQ5
Available
15
IRQ6
Available
16
IRQ7
Parallel port 1 (print port)
B.24 1st MB Memory Map
Table B.24: 1st MB Memory Map
Addr. range (Hex)
Device
E0000h - FFFFFh
BIOS
CC000h - DFFFFh
Unused
C0000h - CBFFFh
VGA BIOS
A0000h - BFFFFh
Video Memory
00000h - 9FFFFh
Base memory
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